90. Brain Health and Taking Action for Wellness with Dr. John Lewis

This episode discusses strategies for decreasing or stopping alcohol use with Silvia Subirina. She is a clinical psychologist and Head of Content Development at MyDry30, an app that helps users transform their relationship with alcohol and find greater meaning and fulfillment. Questions this episode will answer: -How can alcohol consumption impact health? -How can hypnotherapy help with alcohol consumption? -What are some strategies to improve your health? -Is there an app to assist with stopping alcohol use? Whether you or someone you know is dealing with addiction, looking to decrease alcohol due to health conditions, or considering stopping alcohol for wellness or even your budget, there is something in this episode for you. Find Silvia Subriana: https://www.instagram.com/mydry30app https://mydry30.com https://apps.apple.com/au/app/daily-habit-tracker-mydry30/id6471595788  https://mydryjourney.onelink.me/FGbQ?af_js_web=true&af_ss_ver=2_9_0&pid=default_no_value&af_ss_ui=true Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Silvia Subriana: Silvia Subirana is a clinical psychologist and Head of Content Development at MyDry30, an app that helps users transform their relationship with alcohol and find greater meaning and fulfillment. By combining her Master’s in Clinical Psychology with the app’s tools (like hypnotherapy, journaling, and more), Silvia takes a holistic approach, focusing on the powerful connection between mind and body to inspire lasting personal growth and intentional living.

In this episode, we dive into an exciting conversation about nutrition and its impact on overall health, particularly brain health, with special guest Dr. John Lewis. Dr. Lewis is a former Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He’s also a Diplomate, Faculty Member, and Advisor of the Medical Wellness Association with over 180 peer-reviewed publications in scientific journals. Together, we’ll explore key questions like: How does nutrition impact your health? What does good health really mean? What are polysaccharides, and why are they important? How can you find the motivation to live a healthier lifestyle? No matter your age or current health, there’s valuable insight in this episode for everyone. With the growing focus on cognition and dementia, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Find Dr. John Lewis: https://drlewisnutrition.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5xvuUBaSGsAuSo4ZxhNR0A/featured https://www.instagram.com/drlewisnutrition/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085418756619 Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Dr. John Lewis: John E. Lewis, Ph.D. is the Founder and President of Dr Lewis Nutrition  (https://www.drlewisnutrition.com) and past full-time Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He is also a Diplomate, Faculty Member, and Advisor of the Medical Wellness Association. He is a lecturer for the Institute for Brain Potential. He has been the principal investigator of over 30 different studies in his research career. During that time, he either directly raised or indirectly supported raising over $23 million in grants, gifts, and contracts for research studies and clinical trials and educational programs for medical students. Much of his research has focused on evaluating the effects of nutrition, dietary supplementation, and exercise on various aspects of human health and disease. Dr. Lewis also embodies the model of health and wellness by eating a whole-food, plant- based diet for over 27 years, taking certain key dietary supplements, and through a rigorous, daily exercise training program. John has a passion for educating others about the value of nutrition, exercise, and health, and he will continue to study the application of clinical nutrition for the benefit of mankind.

In this episode, we are talking about entrepreneurship and profit, whether you own your own business or not. My guest is Susanne Mariga, and she is a true authority in finance and entrepreneurship. With her expertise as a CPA and Fractional CFO, she possesses a remarkable mastery of high net worth strategies and the transformative Profit First System. Questions this episode will answer What are qualities that you need to be a successful entrepreneur? What are common mistakes that entrepreneurs make? What are 3 tips to increase profit? What is the profit-first model? Why do minority businesses matter? Whether you own your own business, are looking to step into entrepreneurship, are looking to have more money for yourself, or looking for ways to cope with the pressures of adulting, there is something in this episode for you.  Find Susanne Mariga: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susannemariga/  https://www.facebook.com/susanneymariga/ https://marigagroup.com/  Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Susanne Mariga: Susanne Mariga is a CPA and Fractional CFO specializing in high net worth strategies for 7 and 8-figure entrepreneurs using the Profit First System. Before founding her own firm, Susanne worked at Arthur Andersen LLP, as well as one of the Big 4 firms, KPMG. Combining her industry knowledge with her own experience of growing a small business has allowed Susanne to help her clients design unique, profit-first based business plans that ensure success and long-term financial stability. As a Certified Profit First Professional (PFP) at the Mastery Level, she is passionate about helping entrepreneurs maximize their revenue, grow their businesses, and save dollars through sound tax strategies.

My guest, Sheila Buswell, and I discuss overcoming imposter syndrome and moving in spaces that don’t hold space for you. Sheila Buswell is the CEO and Co-Founder of Buswell Biomedical, a veteran of the US Army, and the author of Is This Seat For Me? Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Everyday Life and Business Questions this episode will answer: How can you deal with people making false assumptions about you? What is imposter syndrome and why does it matter? What are strategies to overcome Imposter syndrome? Whether you are dealing with imposter syndrome, looking to increase your confidence, trying something new, or are looking for how to translate an experience into an actionable lesson, there is something in this episode for you.  Also, Sheila is a veteran, so we discuss that also. Find Sheila Buswell: www.linkedin.com/in/sheilabuswellbiomedical www.isthisseatforme.com Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Sheila Buswell: Sheila Buswell is the CEO and Co-Founder of Buswell Biomedical, a veteran of the US Army, and the author of Is This Seat For Me? Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Everyday Life and Business. In her book, Sheila shares her personal experiences with impostor syndrome, as well the stories of a diverse group of accomplished individuals who struggled with self-doubt but found ways to overcome it. She hopes to help others who feel limited by their beliefs experience more freedom and realize they are enough.

This episode features a conversation about diversity, culture, and inclusion. In a time where DEI is treated like a bad word, I'm excited to have this conversation about culture and identity. Joining me is Jebeh Edmunds, the founder and CEO of Jebeh Cultural Consulting LLC. With over 18 years of experience as an educator, Jebeh has been a powerful advocate for diversity and cultural competency, offering insights and strategies that have shaped communities and workplaces alike. Questions this episode will answer: What are the best tips and tricks for promoting different cultures? Why is diversity essential in today’s world? How should we approach and perceive multicultural education? Whether you’re a leader looking to build a more inclusive team, someone passionate about multicultural education, or looking for language to discuss the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion, this episode is for you. Find Jebeh Edmunds: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/culturallyjebeh_/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd22jkdaivSe6Qp-W0WOriA Website: https://jebehedmunds.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063708180388 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jebeh-edmunds-3b9334101/ Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Jebeh Edmunds: Jebeh Edmunds is the founder and CEO of Jebeh Cultural Consulting LLC. She has been a veteran educator for over 18 years. Mrs. Edmunds has given numerous local and regional presentations related to diversity, African-American heritage, and cultural competency. She has a bachelor's degree in Communication from the University of Minnesota Duluth and a post-bachelor's teaching certificate from the College of St. Scholastica. She graduated with a Master of Science in Teaching from The College of St. Scholastica in May 2015. She’s also Director of Education with the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce. She lives in Duluth with her husband Andy, and their two boys Maxwell & Mateo.

This episode focuses on wisdom and how to get it. My special guest is Dr. Laura Gabayan, a world-renowned and highly published physician researcher who has scientifically defined wisdom in her acclaimed book, Common Wisdom. Questions this episode will answer: •If you feel successful in your career but still aren’t happy, what are you missing? •What are eight primary elements of wisdom and which is the most surprising? •How did her views on these elements evolve throughout her research? •What are three ways to integrate knowledge about growing wisdom into your daily life? If you're ready to cultivate wisdom, and discover how becoming wiser can transform your life and legacy, we have some amazing practical tips and nuggets on this episode for you! Find Dr. Laura Gabayan: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lauragabayan Website: https://lauragabayan.com Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Dr. Laura Gabayan: Dr. Laura Gabayan is a world-renowned highly published physician researcher who scientifically defined wisdom in her book, Common Wisdom. She interviewed 60 wise individuals across North America and arrived at the 8 elements of wisdom. Her book is fascinating , insightful, and to the point.

This episode boils down to a discussion of hope and facing adversity.  My guest is Shariann Tom, the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Cancer Journey Institute (CJI), the nation’s first cancer coaching training organization. We discuss strategies to move through a cancer journey and the adversity one may face.  In addition, we talk about ways to advocate for your health.   Questions this episode will answer: -How did Shariann survive 5 bouts with cancer? -How can cancer patients avoid feeling fearful and hopeless? -How can you support someone with cancer or a significant illness? -What are strategies for advocating for yourself and loved ones with doctors? As we age, many of us, or someone we know, have dealt with cancer or a significant illness. Additionally, many are becoming caregivers for our parents. Whether you have faced cancer, experienced a serious illness, or are focused on preventing major health issues, this episode offers valuable insights for you. This is an inspiration conversation about surviving adversity, so I know there is something for you in it. I felt incredibly inspired while recording it, and I believe you will feel the same when you listen. Find Shariann Tom: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecancerjourney/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mycancercoach/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/TheCancerJourney TikTok: https://tiktok.com/cancerjourneyinstitute LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/the-cancer-journey www.thecancerjourney.com Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Shariann Tom: Shariann Tom is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Cancer Journey Institute (CJI), the nation’s first cancer coaching training organization. Her life was transformed after she experienced two turning points: surviving four bouts of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and one bout of a Gastric Intestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) and making life coaching her profession. The profound contrast between facing cancer without a coach and embarking on a cancer journey with a coach by her side inspired Shariann to start a movement dedicated to cancer patients, caregivers, and survivors. She believes that everyone facing cancer would benefit from having a Cancer Journey Coach (CJC) to help them heal emotionally and spiritually and find their true power. Shariann has over 25 years of coaching and coach training experience combined with 16 years in corporate America, which gives her the expertise needed to lead and operate an innovative company and to support the growing number of CJCs worldwide. Shariann have spoken at cancer centers and cancer conferences on both U.S. coasts and internationally, including The Global Cancer Summit, Mt. Sinai’s cancer center in New York, UCSF in San Francisco and Ostia, Italy’s Cancer Conference. UCSF also sponsored a study on the impact of CJI’s specific coaching methodologies, which showed significant improvement in overall well-being of cancer patients. Shariann and the Cancer Journey Institute has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and Cure Magazine Online, and she has been interviewed by KGO channel 7 in San Francisco and Huffington’s Thrive Global and Authority Magazine. Her latest achievement is being an Amazon #1 New Release Bestseller with her book, The Call of Cancer: A Loving Pathway to Wholeness, Healing, and Transformation in Oct 2021.

On this episode of Better with Dr. Ericka, my guest, Brad Brizendine, and I will be discussing challenges in mental health and how to get help.  He is an attorney turned mental health counselor and has quite the story to share with you. Questions this episode will answer: -How do you take the leap to totally change careers? -What are common issues seen in therapy? -Why does it seem to be more common for people to be struggling with mental and emotional health these days? -How can social media impact your mental health? Whether you are considering a career transition, looking to make a big change, in mental health treatment, not in therapy, or are realizing you are struggling, there is something in this episode for you and your loved ones. Find Brad Brizendine: www.brizendinecounseling.com Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Brad Brizendine: Brad Brizendine is an LPC in Georgia. He owns and operates a private counseling practice, and specializes in working with men. In fact, he only works with men and has a heart for reaching guys who are skeptical about counseling. Brad works with a wide range of presenting issues, including relationships, career, grief, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and so on. He has a bit of a unique background in that he previously practiced law and studied finance so Brad works with lots of men in these fields and with other high-achieving types.

This brand new episode of Better with Dr. Ericka discusses dealing with overwhelm and when success just does not seem enough.  My wonderful guest is Dr. Libby McGugan who is an executive coach, TEDx Speaker, and published author. Questions this episode will answer:  -What is missing when you may be successful, but aren’t happy?  -How can you find more joy in your life, including even at work  -What are strategies to make good decisions, even when overwhelmed? Whether you feel that you have acquired success or still are chasing it, feeling overwhelmed, or are just looking for how to feel happier, there is something in this episode for you, so stay tuned until the very end to catch all of these practical strategies. Find Dr. Libby McGugan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-libby-mcgugan-153979180/ https://www.libbymcgugan.me/inner-success-framework Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com Awakened Leaders: How To Become The Leader The World Needs Now: Amazon links for the ebook: UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0D7XNHPC4 US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D7XNHPC4 Amazon links for the paperback: UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1739803299 US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1739803299 About Dr. Libby McGugan: Dr. Libby McGugan's background as a medical doctor, published author and TEDx speaker means clients also get the added benefit of a simple and clear approach to a much deeper understanding of themselves and how much they matter in shaping things for good.   Throughout 20 years as a medical doctor, including 10 years as an emergency medicine consultant, she has seen first-hand the end result of stress and how it affects our physical, emotional and professional health. She has also met incredibly inspiring people who have overcome remarkable health challenges and outlined this in her TEDx talk. She now loves working with business leaders and teams who genuinely care about inner success for themselves and the people they work with.

This episode of Better with Dr. Ericka discusses the art of fire-walking, along with dealing with challenges and tragedies. My guest is HeatherAsh Amara who is a best-selling author, mentor, land steward, and philanthropist. She has spent the last three decades weaving together earth-based wisdom, mindfulness, and practical strategies for creative, courageous, and compassionate individual and community change. Questions this episode will answer: -What is fire walking and how can it be a transformative experience? -What are some ways we can rise from failure or tragedy? -What are key principles and values that can help people thrive, grow, and have resilience in a world with so much adversity? Whether you are dealing with challenges, supporting others dealing with adversity, or just looking how to feel better and be more resilient, this episode has something for you. Find HeatherAsh Amara: https://www.instagram.com/heatherashamara/ https://www.facebook.com/heatherash.amara warriorgoddess.com heatherashamara.com centerforcreativeintent.org Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About HeatherAsh Amara: HeatherAsh Amara is the author of nine books, including the bestselling Warrior Goddess Training, The Seven Secrets of Happy and Healthy Relationships with Don Miguel Ruiz Jr., and the upcoming book Wild, Willing, and Wise. She skillfully and unconditionally guides people to shift from self-judgment to discernment, victimhood to authentic vulnerability, and to shed limiting domestication so they can ground into their self-intimacy, steadiness, and stillness.